Average
#4383 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Adams Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4672 35th St., San Diego, CA 92116
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,383 of 9,539
In San Diego
#164 of 288
public schools
In district
#105 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Adams Elementary
Adams Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Adams Elementary serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Adams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,383 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Adams Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Adams Elementary runs 24.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Adams Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Adams Elementary — Students at Adams Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Adams Elementary Compares
See how Adams Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4672 35th St., San Diego, CA 92116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adams Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Diego Global Vision Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Normal Heights Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Global Vision Academy San Diego | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ST DIDACUS SCHOOL San Diego | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Normal Heights Elementary San Diego | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Edison Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Wilson Middle San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Children's Creative and Performing Arts Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Health Sciences High and Middle College San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Franklin Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Cherokee Point Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Garfield Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Altus Schools Audeo San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ALBA San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Hoover High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| URBAN SKILLS CENTER San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| COOK EDUCATION CENTER San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Cook Education Center San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,775
Median Home Value
$898,500
Median Rent
$1,903/mo
Population
31,484
College Educated
58.4%
Homeownership
32.1%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adams Elementary
What grades does Adams Elementary serve?
Adams Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Adams Elementary?
Adams Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Adams Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adams Elementary rank in CA?
Adams Elementary ranks #4,383 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Adams Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Adams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adams Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adams Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Adams Elementary a charter school?
No, Adams Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adams Elementary a Title I school?
No, Adams Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams Elementary?
75.8% of students at Adams Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (619) 362-4200
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #105 of 174
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